The Minnesota Twins began their season with a victory on Thursday, defeating the Kansas Metropolis Royals by a 4-1 ultimate (field rating). Sadly, they could have suffered just a few key losses within the course of.
Royce Lewis, who began at third base, recorded two hits (together with a solo house run) earlier than having to exit the sport within the third inning after struggling what the group known as a quad harm working the bases. This is a have a look at the play on which he suffered the harm:
It is unclear at current if Lewis would require a stint on the injured listing — and, if that’s the case, how lengthy he’ll be out. He underwent imaging after the sport and was awaiting the outcomes.
Lewis was subsequently changed on the sizzling nook by beginning second baseman Kyle Farmer. Farmer, in the meantime, was changed on the keystone by Edouard Julien, who didn’t obtain the beginning on Thursday on account of the Twins dealing with powerful left-hander Cole Ragans.
Lewis, 24, has been sensible when wholesome throughout his younger profession. Alas, he is handled a slew of accidents which have restricted his influence. He entered Thursday with 70 big-league video games beneath his belt, over which he is batted .307/.364/.549 (149 OPS+) with 17 house runs and a couple of.8 Wins Above Alternative.
Lewis has posted these marks regardless of struggling torn ACLs in each 2021 and 2022. He then required a pair of injured listing stints final season due to his indirect and hamstring.
In the meantime, the Twins additionally noticed beginning outfielder Max Kepler go away Thursday’s contest after fouling a ball off his leg. Kepler completed out his at-bat earlier than being changed by Matt Wallner. His X-rays had been unfavorable however Baldelli stated they might see how he feels Saturday.
If the Twins do have to make a roster transfer, they’ve just a few notable choices at hand. Former first-round choose Austin Martin is on the 40-player roster already. Conversely, the Twins may make a transfer so as to add Brooks Lee, who CBS Sports activities lately ranked because the fifteenth prospect within the minor leagues.
The Twins could have Friday off earlier than resuming their collection in opposition to the Royals on Saturday.
